Survey Crew Chief
About The Position
Are you an experienced survey professional who thrives in the field, excels at leading teams, and delivers accurate, dependable results? Do you enjoy navigating diverse project sites and solving technical challenges while ensuring high‑quality data collection? CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Survey Crew Chief to join our Survey Geospatial Team in Columbia, SC, where you’ll take the lead on field operations that support transportation projects across our communities. This is an exciting opportunity for a survey leader who brings strong technical expertise, excels in dynamic environments, and values hands‑on teamwork.
Requirements
- High school diploma required; A.A.S. and/or B.S degree preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of related experience required
- Strong knowledge of surveying practices, field procedures, and industry standards
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office preferred; knowledge of AutoCAD and MicroStation preferred
- Trimble application knowledge preferred
- Strong leadership, communication, and team‑coordination skills with the ability to represent the firm professionally with clients and the broader public
- Ability to lift and carry equipment over uneven terrain and work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Valid driver’s license required
- NSPS‑CST Level II certification preferred; LSIT preferred
Nice To Haves
- Drone data collection or laser scanning experience is a plus
Responsibilities
- Direct and lead field crew members through daily survey assignments, ensuring safe, efficient, and well‑coordinated field operations in alignment with safety protocols and quality assurance standards
- Perform record research, construction stakeout, boundary, topographic, transportation, and utility surveys utilizing total stations, data collectors, and GPS
- Review legal documents, plans, and project materials to accurately plan and execute surveying projects and task goal establishment
- Create and verify field sketches and field computations related to traversing, map interpretation, and layout
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
